8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Esplanada Dom Carlos I s/nº, Lisboa, Lisboa

2.5H Approx.

Price from: 27.80 €

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Lisbon Oceanarium

Highlights

Come face-to-face with more than 8,000 marine animals

Explore the depths of the ocean through a massive 5,000 m³ aquarium

Discover fascinating marine life and learn about ocean conservation

Visit both permanent and temporary exhibitions

Oceanário de Lisboa is one of Europe's largest indoor aquariums, built on a pier in Parque das Nações for Expo '98. A single central tank sits at the heart of the building, ringed by four habitats that each recreate a different ocean region.

About Oceanário de Lisboa

About Oceanário de Lisboa

Oceanário de Lisboa opened in 1998 as the centrepiece of Expo '98 and has remained one of Portugal's most visited attractions ever since. The building is split across two connected structures, the Edifício dos Oceanos and the newer Edifício do Mar, joined by a forecourt panel made of 55,000 tiles. More than 500 species live inside, from sharks and rays to seabirds, and the aquarium draws close to a million visitors a year, making it the country's most visited paid cultural attraction.

Opened In 1998 for Expo '98
Species More than 500 species across five habitats
Visitors Around 1 million visitors a year

Why Visit Oceanário de Lisboa?

The Central Tank

One 5,000 cubic metre tank anchors the building, with acrylic windows reaching almost 7 metres deep and around 100 species sharing the same water, including sharks and rays.

Forests Underwater

A 40-metre kelp forest exhibit, open since 2015, recreating a temperate Pacific kelp habitat and ranking among the largest nature aquariums of its kind.

Four Ocean Habitats

Peripheral tanks recreate the North Atlantic rocky coast, Antarctic waters, Pacific kelp forest and tropical Indian Ocean coral reef around the central tank.

A Building Built for Expo '98

Opened in 1998 on a pier in Parque das Nações, the aquarium spans two connected buildings linked by a forecourt with a 55,000-tile panel.

Lisbon Oceanarium in Images

Oceanário de Lisboa: Opening Hours

Open daily, with adjusted hours around Christmas and New Year.

Daily: 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, last admission 7:00 PM
24 & 31 December: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, last admission 6:00 PM
25 December & 1 January: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM, last admission 7:00 PM

Oceanário de Lisboa: Address

Address

Address

Address

Esplanada D. Carlos I, 1990-005 Lisboa, Portugal, on the Doca dos Olivais in Parque das Nações, the riverside district built for Expo '98.

Things to Know Before Visiting Oceanário de Lisboa

Children aged 0 to 2 are admitted free of charge.

The venue states it complies with European Accessibility Standards, with ramps and lifts throughout.

Flash photography and selfie sticks are not permitted inside the exhibits.

Three cafés and restaurants operate on site: Submerso, Zafra Coffee & Bar and #SeaTheFuture.

39 paid lockers are available for luggage up to 98 cm in height.

Pets are not allowed inside, other than guide dogs arranged in advance.

Oceanário de Lisboa: Additional Information

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Facilities at Oceanário de Lisboa

Facilities at Oceanário de Lisboa

Food and Cafes The building has three cafés and restaurants (Submerso, Zafra Coffee & Bar and #SeaTheFuture).
Restrooms Restrooms with baby-changing tables are present across the venue.
First-Aid A first-aid station with defibrillators is present at the venue.
Others Free WiFi, and a lost and found service is also present.

Accessibility at Oceanário de Lisboa

Mobility access

The venue states it complies with European Accessibility Standards, with ramps and lifts throughout the building, priority service for pregnant visitors and people with reduced mobility, and an accessible route connecting the building to its two nearest car parks, Parque Oceanário and Parque da Doca.

Interesting Facts About Oceanário de Lisboa

Oceanário de Lisboa opened in 1998 as the centrepiece of Expo '98.

The central tank holds 5,000 cubic metres of water and is nearly 7 metres deep.

More than 500 species live across the central tank and its four peripheral habitats.

The Forests Underwater exhibit, open since 2015, is around 40 metres long.

The building was the first public aquarium in Europe to hold ISO 9001, 14001 and EMAS certification.

It draws close to a million visitors a year, making it Portugal's most visited paid cultural attraction.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oceanário de Lisboa

What is Oceanário de Lisboa?

It is a large public aquarium in Lisbon's Parque das Nações district, built for Expo '98 in 1998. It houses more than 500 species across a central tank and four surrounding habitat zones.

How many species live at the Oceanário?

The venue states it is home to more than 500 species, spread across the central tank and its four peripheral habitats.

What are the opening hours?

Oceanário de Lisboa is open daily from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, with last admission at 7:00 PM. Hours are adjusted around Christmas and New Year.

Where is Oceanário de Lisboa located?

The aquarium is at Esplanada D. Carlos I, in the Doca dos Olivais area of Parque das Nações, Lisbon.

Is Oceanário de Lisboa suitable for young children?

Yes. Children aged 0 to 2 are admitted free, and the venue has baby-changing facilities, stroller-friendly routes and ramps throughout.

What is the Forests Underwater exhibit?

Forests Underwater is a kelp forest exhibit that has been open since 2015. At around 40 metres long, it is one of the largest nature aquariums of its kind.

Is the Oceanário accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?

The venue states it complies with European Accessibility Standards, with ramps and lifts throughout and an accessible route connecting the building to its two nearest car parks.

Is there somewhere to eat inside?

Yes. There are three cafés and restaurants on site: Submerso, Zafra Coffee & Bar and #SeaTheFuture.